CES 2016 is now well underway and, frankly, while we are not exactly complaining, calling it a great year would definitely be a stretch and us being nice more than anything else.
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Misc brands at CES 2016: Hands-on of ZTE Grand X 3, and more
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Teaser confirms January 12 launch date for Xiaomi Redmi 3
Xiaomi has confirmed that the Redmi 3 smartphone will be launched next week - on Tuesday, January 12. The confirmation came in the form of a teaser the China-based company posted on its official Weibo account. The teaser also revealed that the device sports a 5-inch display, as well as features an all metal body with a unique plaid design on the back. As for the remaining specs, there's no official word yet. However, a Xiaomi device alleged to be the Redmi 3 recently passed through TENAA. The device's TENAA listing revealed that it is powered by an octa-core 1.5GHz CPU, and sports a 5-inch (1280 × 720 pixel resolution) TFT display. The listing also revealed 2GB/16GB memory configuration, 13MP/5MP camera combo, and Android 5.1.1 Lollipop. Source (Chinese) |...
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Razer enters smartwatch market with Nabu Watch
Razer, a company known for its gaming peripherals and hardware, has now entered the smartwatch market. At the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the company unveiled its first product in the category, dubbed Nabu Watch. Razer stresses that the Nabu Watch is not a smartwatch but a watch that's smart. It focuses "first on the digital chronograph as the primary function and the smart features as a secondary addition," the company says. Featuring an illuminated backlit display, the smartwatch can be used for things like setting countdown timer and alarms, running a stopwatch, and viewing world time. It also automatically syncs with phone via Bluetooth to make sure the time is accurate to the global standard. Then there's a second OLED screen which delivers all the smart features including discreet notifications and fitness tracking. It also provides watch-to-watch communication capability that allows two Nabu Watch users to exchange Facebook and Twitter info with just a hand shake. "We're bringing together the reliability and incredible functionality of a digital timepiece, with added smart features to empower the tech enthusiasts of today," says Razer CEO and co-founder, Min-Liang Tan. Razer claims the main display has a battery life of 12 months (thanks to a coin cell battery), while that of secondary screen is seven days - you can recharge it using an included USB cable. Compatible with iOS 8 (or higher) and Android 4.3 (or higher), the watch is also water (5ATM) as well shock resistant (up to 5m). The Razer Nabu Watch comes in two different variants: the standard edition and the Forged Edition. While the former is priced at $149.99 and will be available later this month, the latter sets you back $199.99 and is already available for purchase exclusively at RazerStore retail locations and at RazerStore.com. Source 1...
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You can purchase Moto 360 Sport and pre-order Fitbit Blaze from Verizon starting today
As announced earlier, the Sport variant of the second generation Moto 360 smartwatch will be officially available for purchase in the United States starting today. The device was unveiled back in the month of September last year. Verizon has announced that it'll also be carrying the wearable device. Those interested in purchasing it from the Big Red will have to shell out $299.99, which is also the watch's official price in the country. Color options include Black, Flame, and White. In addition to selling the Moto 360 Sport, the carrier will also start taking pre-orders for the Fitbit Blaze (shown below), which was announced just yesterday at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The pre-order price at Verizon will be $199.99, which similar to the smartwatch's official pre-order price. Finally, starting today, the carrier will also be selling the Fitbit Charge at discounted rates - for $99.99, down from $129.99. The deal will run through the end of the...
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Verizon to start offering BlackBerry Priv by March-end
BlackBerry's debut Android phone Priv will be available for purchase through Verizon in the month of March - or by the end of the month to be precise. This was revealed by the carrier's VP of communications Jeffrey Nelson in a tweet. We expect to have the @BlackBerry #PRIV on the nation's most reliable network by the end of March (if not sooner).— Jeffrey Nelson (@JNels) January 6, 2016 The revelation comes a couple of months after the Big Red confirmed that it will start selling the device "soon." Late last month the carrier's variant of the device was certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). For those who aren't in the know, the handset is currently an AT&T exclusive in the US - the deal expires on January 20 though. BlackBerry CEO John Chen confirmed at the ongoing CES that the Priv will soon be available from other major US carries, including Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint. While the magenta carrier is expected to carry the smartphone starting January 26, there's currently no information on when Sprint will start offering it. Source |...
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Oculus Rift is finally up for pre-order, priced at $599
As anticipated, the Oculus Rift has become available for pre-order today. The VR headset can be yours for $599, and it will start shipping to 20 countries on March 28. You'll find it at select retailers in the US starting in April. When you buy an Oculus Rift, you receive the headset itself, complete with built-in headphones and microphone, the sensor, an Xbox One controller, as well as the newly unveiled Oculus Remote. This lets you easily browse through the Oculus store, explore 360 video content, or experience VR games and entertainment. According to Oculus, the remote is "the easiest way to introduce non-gamers to VR". If you pre-order the Oculus Rift, you're also securing your place in line for pre-ordering the Touch controller, which has recently been delayed until the second half of the year. With the VR headset you get Lucky's Tale by Playful, an "amazing VR platformer", but also access to EVE: Valkyrie through the Founder's Pack, which will include exclusive in-game content, and founder status in Valkyrie, among other things. From February, you'll be able to pre-order bundles including the Rift as well as an Oculus-ready PC, starting at $1,499. These computers have been tested by Oculus to ensure they can deliver great experiences with the...
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